Explore Engineering Manager Jobs

Engineering Managers guide technical teams, connect engineering work to business goals, and help organizations build reliable products and systems. Browse vetted Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more across software, infrastructure, data, and other technology disciplines.

What Does an Engineering Manager Do?

Engineering Managers lead engineers and support their development while overseeing planning, execution, and delivery. Depending on the organization, the role may include hiring and coaching, setting team priorities, coordinating with product and design partners, managing project risks, and improving engineering processes. Some managers remain technically hands-on, while others focus primarily on people leadership and organizational effectiveness.

Common Engineering Manager Responsibilities

  • Set clear goals and help teams deliver high-quality software or technical systems.
  • Coach engineers, provide feedback, and support career growth.
  • Partner with product, design, operations, and business stakeholders.
  • Guide technical planning, architecture discussions, and operational improvements.
  • Manage staffing, timelines, and delivery risks.

Skills and Experience Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek a blend of engineering experience and leadership ability. Relevant strengths may include software development or systems expertise, communication, prioritization, mentorship, decision-making, and the ability to lead through change. Requirements vary by team and industry; some roles emphasize a particular technology stack, while others prioritize experience building teams and delivering complex programs.

Find Your Next Engineering Leadership Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Engineering Manager jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, seniority, and technical focus to find a position aligned with your experience and leadership goals.

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$120K - $140K *

Engage with our architecture team to streamline operations, manage design requirements, and ensure effective communication across projects. Your expertise will help translate technical work into organ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to drive customer success by implementing and expanding Teleport solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance adoption, troubleshoot issues, and deliver tailored training, ensuring cl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $137K *

Innovate across capital projects and chemical operations, delivering practical mechanical engineering solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project execution a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower users by enhancing the mobile experience for a flagship financial product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth, optimize user journeys, and validate innovative solutions in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower a team of controls engineers to design and enhance control systems for material handling solutions, ensuring project execution and quality while fostering innovation and collaboration across d...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling innovative workflows and strategies that empower Sales teams to effectively engage aviation and defense buyers, driving measurable growth through data-driven in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $165K *

Empower data center development by leading complex projects from site acquisition to construction. Drive client relationships, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure successful project delivery wh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $159K *

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Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$162K - $165K *

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Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Lead the design and operation of cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring reliability and performance for a high-throughput trading platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $500K+*

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $218K *

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Cambridge, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Engage with clients to transform security needs into robust AWS solutions. Own security outcomes from initial discussions to deployment, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform complex customer implementations into seamless successes by owning the delivery lifecycle, driving technical discussions, and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction from kickoff to go-live. Your...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$405K - $485K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$245K - $270K *

Shape the future as a hands-on engineer, architecting systems and driving best practices while crafting innovative solutions that leverage AI to enhance customer value and modernize legacy platforms...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $165K *

Drive transformative AI adoption across engineering teams, ensuring measurable improvements in productivity and quality. Collaborate with stakeholders to execute strategic programs from discovery to i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion innovative automation solutions in warehouse management. Lead complex integrations and guide engineering teams to enhance material handling processes. Collaborate on the Global Automation Roa...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $143K *

Elevate your career by implementing and supporting integration solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance healthcare interoperability and system conn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Champion customer success by leading enterprise deployments and integrations. Drive technical direction and enhance automation for cloud services, ensuring seamless operations and improved customer ex...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Engineering Manager?question toggle

    An Engineering Manager leads engineering teams, supports employee growth, and helps plan and deliver technical work in alignment with product and business priorities.

  • What does an Engineering Manager do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work can include coaching engineers, setting priorities, reviewing delivery progress, coordinating with partner teams, resolving blockers, and contributing to technical or operational decisions.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial engineering experience, a record of delivering technical projects, and demonstrated skills in communication, mentorship, planning, and team leadership.

  • Are Engineering Manager jobs available for $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Engineering Manager opportunities. Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company, and role scope.

  • How can I find the right Engineering Manager job?question toggle

    Compare openings by technical specialty, industry, location, team scope, and leadership expectations. Review each listing to understand its responsibilities and qualifications, then apply to roles that match your experience and goals.